Join an Expat Family in Paradise of Talpe, Sri Lanka

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The experience

Join our little family in sunny southern Sri Lanka! We’re a mom and two boys living close to great surf and beautiful beaches. We’re looking for a friendly volunteer to help with the kids and just a few daily tasks at home. You’ll have plenty of free time to enjoy the ocean and explore the area. We’d love to welcome you into our home!

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What you offer

16 hours of help per week

Cleaning: Help clean the kitchen, bedrooms, bathrooms and common areas.

Child Care: Caring for, playing with, and spending time with children.

Kitchen Hand: Help prepare, finish and serve meals.

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What you get

3 days off per week

Private Room: You will have a bed in a private room. In other words, a room just for you.

Dinner: You are entitled to a free dinner, every day of your stay.

Free Laundry: You can use our laundry room freely.

Surf lessons: Take free surf classes at the local beaches.

Use our equipped kitchen: Feel free to use our kitchen and make your own delicious food.

Fast Internet Access: High-speed internet for you to work remotely

Dedicated Workspace: Specific space for you to work remotely

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Requirements

Intermediate English or Intermediate Hungarian

Between 20 and 35 years old

Only hosts solo volunteers (doesn’t accept couples or partners)

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What's not included

Flights, Travel Insurance, Internal Transportation and Visa

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Program Details

Come experience the real Sri Lanka while living with a warm expat family on the beautiful south coast! As part of our daily life, you’ll help care for two fun and curious boys, assist with light household tasks, and become part of our family rhythm. In return, you'll enjoy home-cooked meals, learn about local ingredients and Sri Lankan flavors, and immerse yourself in the laid-back beach lifestyle. We love sharing local markets, village life, cultural traditions, and hidden gems with our volunteers. If you're looking for connection, purpose, and authentic experiences — we’d love to welcome you into our home.

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Activities & Shift

We mostly need help in the afternoon / evening hours so You'll have the mornings and mid afternoons all to Yourself!
Chores might include babysitting, tidying around yourself and helping out in the kitchen cooking a nice authentic Sri Lankan meal!

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Rules

Respect the family around You, in regards of late night outs and outside guests invitations, and please please keep it tidy around You.